Advice sought

[Guest]

eh? Maybe I'm being ditsy but what are these for?

 

Also often referred to as anti-vandal keys or water conservation keys -

 

 

Used for unlocking some of the (hopelessly tiresome) anti vandal locks on some lock gear, and for unlocking most of the person operated swing bridges on the Leeds & Liverpool, amongst others.

 

 

L plates (car ones will do) magnetic best

 

 

Never seen that but not a bad idea at all...

[Athy]

Forgive me if I've missed it, but has anyone mentioned a first aid kit yet? We carry a basic one: aspirins, Dettol, sticking plasters, small scissors. You can buy ready made-up kits in professional-looking boxes.

 

And when you have bought EVERYTHING on these lists:

- a butty to tow it all in.

- a bank loan.

[jelunga]

Yes. Some builders include full(ish) cruising kit in the price. Check first

No-one has mentioned important things like toilet blue and beer. Think about 12v chargers fur mobile phones, ipods, laptops etc.

Always useful to have a women about to do cleaning, cooking and toilet emptying (I wish!) Or a man if you prefer. Men could be less untidy I suppose.

Wet and cold weather clothing most important including a suitable hat. Spare distilled water and a toping up dispenser for the batteries. Engine oil and antifreeze for the engine.

And something to clear dog poo off your shoes after walking the towpath/linear dog toilet.

[waggers]

kettle

[nearlythere]

A licence?

Spare engine oil?

[mrsmelly]

will be mooring near doncaster

 

Strawberry island ?

[Athy]

No-one has mentioned important things like toilet blue and beer.

Ahem! It was the second thing I mentioned (after the centre rope). I've never tried mixing it with toilet blue, though.

I suggest toilet GREEN, it apparently contains fewer nasties, though I'll leave it to the scientists on here to explain which ones!

[Notlostyet]

looks like ive got a short time left to buy all this stuff thanks for some great ideas especially the L plates

[cazberry]

Some anti vandal padlocks use the BW key, others use a Handcuff key. the trouble is you wont know which type is used until you get there and find you have the wrong one

 

oh right..thank you!

 

Also often referred to as anti-vandal keys or water conservation keys -

 

 

Used for unlocking some of the (hopelessly tiresome) anti vandal locks on some lock gear, and for unlocking most of the person operated swing bridges on the Leeds & Liverpool, amongst others.

 

 

ah...even better now I know what it looks like..thanks MJG

[howardang]

looks like ive got a short time left to buy all this stuff thanks for some great ideas especially the L plates

See if you can find someone who is used to boating in your area to give the boat a once over for bits & pieces that you may need, and also to see if they may help you to get used to the boat on your first trip(s)

 

Howard

[Guest]

looks like ive got a short time left to buy all this stuff thanks for some great ideas especially the L plates

 

OOOh - now I'm interested in your boat name, where does that come from?

[Notlostyet]

OOOh - now I'm interested in your boat name, where does that come from?

the boat name was my late fathers call sign

[Guest]

See if you can find someone who is used to boating in your area to give the boat a once over for bits & pieces that you may need, and also to see if they may help you to get used to the boat on your first trip(s)

 

Howard

 

Good point Howard - there are a few of us who moor not far from the OP's planned mooring so yes shout up Notlostyet and I'm sure one or more would be happy to help.

[Notlostyet]

Good point Howard - there are a few of us who moor not far from the OP's planned mooring so yes shout up Notlostyet and I'm sure one or more would be happy to help.

thankyou very much i will possibly take up your kind offer

[bottle]

 

as my knowledge of boats is pretty limited.

 

Its 12ftx57ft

 

 

Good luck.

[trackman]

Just now I can't think of anything to add to the list. However, do check with your boatbuilder exactly what is being supplied with your new boat.

 

Mine came with bow and stern fenders, but none for the sides (to use when mooring, strictly not when boating). It came with a lump hammer and 3 mooring pins, bow, stern and centre lines (only one of the last, and I added a second). It didn't come with chains or hooks for mooring to piling, and one or other is invaluable - much better than pins as has already been said. I use chains, they are less likely to clank noisily as boats pass you, and they don't slip off as some kinds of piling hooks will in some situations.

 

We got 2 sets of keys for engine and doors, but as I recall, no BW key, no anti-vandal keys and no key for the deck fittings that need undoing to refuel or to fill the water tank.

 

I could go on, but the point is made, ask what you're going to get and then buy only what isn't included.

 

Now, I'm sure I'll remember that vital thing no-one else has mentioned, but only after I've posted this!! Whatever, do enjoy the boat.

 

 

[Notlostyet]

we have not paid alot for the boat so they are not suppling anything extra at all but thats fair enough but thankyou for you advice

Just now I can't think of anything to add to the list. However, do check with your boatbuilder exactly what is being supplied with your new boat.

 

Mine came with bow and stern fenders, but none for the sides (to use when mooring, strictly not when boating). It came with a lump hammer and 3 mooring pins, bow, stern and centre lines (only one of the last, and I added a second). It didn't come with chains or hooks for mooring to piling, and one or other is invaluable - much better than pins as has already been said. I use chains, they are less likely to clank noisily as boats pass you, and they don't slip off as some kinds of piling hooks will in some situations.

 

We got 2 sets of keys for engine and doors, but as I recall, no BW key, no anti-vandal keys and no key for the deck fittings that need undoing to refuel or to fill the water tank.

 

I could go on, but the point is made, ask what you're going to get and then buy only what isn't included.

 

Now, I'm sure I'll remember that vital thing no-one else has mentioned, but only after I've posted this!! Whatever, do enjoy the boat.

Edited January 30, 2012 by Notlostyet